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Montmorency Substance Free Coalition Along with Up North Prevention and the Montmorency Commission on Aging Host a Prescription Drug Takeback Event
On Wednesday, April 23rd, the Montmorency Substance Free Coalition and its community partners came together at the Atlanta Senior Center...


Safe Disposal, Safer Community: National Takeback Day in Alcona County
In celebration of National Takeback Day, Up North Prevention staff partnered with the Alcona County Commission on Aging to host a...


Montmorency Substance Free Coalition and the Atlanta Students Leading Students Chapter Step Up for Their Community
After the Governor declared Montmorency County to be in a state of emergency due to recent ice storms, the Montmorency Substance Free...


Posen Students Participate in National Drug and Alcohol Awareness Week
It was both a fun and educational day for Posen students in Presque Isle County, who learned interesting facts during National Drug and...


Crawford Partnership to End Substance Misuse Welcomed at Crawford County Commission on Aging St. Patrick's Day Dinner
The Crawford Commission on Aging had a delicious St. Patrick’s Day Dinner on Thursday, March 13th. Everyone was in good spirits as they...


Naloxone in Action: A Community’s Effort to Save Lives
To prevent overdoses and promote safety in Kalkaska County, the Live Well Kalkaska Substance-Free Coalition has joined forces with...


Up North Prevention's Efforts to Reduce Underage Tobacco Sales and Support Compliance with the Synar Amendment
Up North Prevention is working to restrict tobacco sales to minors under the Synar Amendment, which was enacted as part of the Federal...


Michigan State Police Officer Educates Posen School Students and Faculty on Distracted Driving as Part of Strive 4 A Safer Drive Campaign
Officer Jason Kunath of the Michigan State Police Post gave an informative presentation to students and faculty at Posen School about the...


Tawas Students Leading Students Bake Sale was a Sweet Success!
Tawas' Students Leading Students (SLS) bake sale at the Tawas Girls’ home basketball game was an overwhelming success! From brownies to...


Alpena's Students Leading Students Coalition Hosts Successful Drawing to Raise Awareness for Mental Health
The Alpena Students Leading Students (SLS) coalition recently held a drawing for a 43” flat-screen TV, along with second and third place...


Alcona E-Sports Partners with Pied Piper and the Special Olympics
Students at Alcona Schools were given the opportunity to “play with a purpose” and join the Unified League for the Spring E-Sports...


Alcona Students Leading Students Works On Fall Recruitment
The Alcona High School chapter of Students Leading Student (SLS) is busy working on promotional material for fall’s membership drive. ...


70 Community Members and Agency Representatives Participated in the Alpena County Re-Entry/Jail Release Simulation
Navigating life after incarceration is no simple task, especially in rural areas like Alpena County where resources can be scarce. To...


Assessing Gaps in Substance Use Resources in Presque Isle County: A Path Toward Stronger Community Support
Addressing substance use challenges in rural areas requires not only resources but also a clear understanding of what’s working and where...


Community and Youth Snowshoe Outing Was a Hit in Kalkaska!
Kalkaska is a community that embraces its natural beauty, even in the winter! This past week, 27 youth and community members joined...


Atlanta Sporting Event Programs Now Include Prevention Messaging from Substance-Free Athletics
The administration of Atlanta High School has agreed to collaborate with Up North Prevention, the Montmorency Substance-Free Coalition,...


Alpena Students Leading Students Members Help Others During Exam Week
The Alpena Students Leading Students (SLS) members went above and beyond to support their fellow classmates during exam week by providing...


Powering Through Exams: Tawas Students Leading Students Fueling Success!
Exams can be tough, but staying energized doesn’t have to be! That’s why the Tawas Students Leading Students members were on hand to help...


Up North Prevention and the Montmorency Substance Free Coalition Launches a New Prevention Program in Montmorency County
Montmorency County is launching the Substance Free Athletics Program in its schools. Substance Free Athletics (SFA) brings the latest...


Ogemaw Drug Free Coalition Provides Botvin Lifeskills Training to Help Students Make Healthier Choices
The Ogemaw Drug Free Coalition provides youth prevention services through the Botvin Lifeskills Training to students both inside and...
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